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Looks like they want to help Woodley stay fresh late in the game for some potential big plays, along with Harrison.

James Harrison, who has practiced all week without any difficulty, will return for the first time this year and start against the Eagles.

However, the Steelers have already told Harrison he will be spelled in the first half by Chris Carter, who has been starting at right outside linebacker since minicamp. The coaches want to be sure Harrison is fresh for the fourth quarter.

Harrison hasnít played a game since the wild-card playoff loss in Denver.

The Steelers have a similar plan for their outside linebacker on the other side, LaMarr Woodley, who has three of the teamís five sacks.They will spell him early with Jason Worilds because they want to make sure Woodley is fresh enough to chase Michael Vick in the fourth quarter. But the Steelers will not have Harrison and Woodley out of the game at the same time.

Maybe the Steelers don't want their top players gassed for the fourth quarter, especially against Vick. - Gerry Dulac, PG

We better see the Woodley that comes up with 5 Tackles and 2 Sacks. Now that Harrison is back, even if he is spelled by Carter, teams won't be able to double both. No excuse for a lack of pass rush from now on.

We better see the Woodley that comes up with 5 Tackles and 2 Sacks. Now that Harrison is back, even if he is spelled by Carter, teams won't be able to double both. No excuse for a lack of pass rush from now on.

Except for the fact that LeBeau has dropped Woodley into coverage more than he's rushed...